10-30m
    Scottish West Coast, United Kingdom
    Ailsa Craig

    Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102719

    Protected Area

    Ailsa Craig

    Why dive here

    With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102719 offers some of Scottish West Coast's richest wreck diving.

    Marine lifeBlue Whales, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 112+ species recorded
    CharacterWreck dive · max 10-30m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    We’ve spent a fair bit of time poking around the Scottish West Coast, and while the Canmore 102719 wreck might sound a bit dry on paper, it's actually a proper dive if you catch it right. This isn’t some colourful Caribbean reef, of course. This is a chance to feel the weight of history. The visibility here can be… challenging, let’s be honest, but when it clears, even for a brief window, the old ship emerges from the gloom like a ghost. You’re looking at a substantial wreck, the kind you can properly get into, not just swim over. We love tracing the remains of the hull, feeling the cold steel under our gloved hands, and peering into the darker sections where conger eels often lurk. There's a real sense of exploration, pushing through the kelp that dances around the superstructure. It's not for the faint of heart, or those who demand sun-drenched dives, but if you appreciate the atmosphere of a cold water wreck, this one delivers. Our favourite moments are when a school of pollock materialises out of the green, flowing over the deck plating like liquid silver. It’s a dive that rewards patience and a good drysuit.

    Typical Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102719 Dive Profile

    5m10mSafety Stop0m10m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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